Interstate Access

Fast and easy access to 44% of U.S. consumers and manufacturers.

Immediate access to I-16 (East/West) and I-95 (North/South), means key cities and manufacturing points throughout the U.S. Southeast and Midwest may be reached within a one- to two-day drive.

Rail Access

CSX Transportation and Norfolk Southern Railroad provide Class I service and operate on-terminal.

CSX Transportation serves the Chatham Intermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF), while Norfolk Southern Railroad calls the James D. Mason ICTF. Both on-terminal ICTF’s are owned and operated by the Georgia Ports Authority. Two- to five-day double-stack rail service is available to inland destinations such as Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Memphis, and beyond.

PORT SECURITY

The Georgia Ports Authority Police Department (GPAPD) is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for providing public safety and security on all properties owned and operated by the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA). The department is composed of certified peace officers, security personnel and civilian administrative staff members who work seamlessly to deliver high levels of professional services.

PORT SERVICES

Interstate Access:

Garden City Terminal is within 6 miles (10 km) of Interstate 16 (East/West) and 5.8 miles (9 km)
of Interstate 95 (North/South).

Rail Services:

CSX Transportation and Norfolk Southern Railroad provide Class I service and operate on-terminal. CSX Transportation
serves the Chatham Intermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF), while Norfolk Southern Railroad calls the James D. Mason ICTF.
Both on-terminal ICTF’s are owned and operated by the Georgia Ports Authority. Two- to five-day double-stack rail service is available
to inland destinations such as Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Memphis, and beyond.

PORT SECURITY

Federal regulations require all regular port users requesting unescorted access to GPA’s restricted terminals be properly credentialed (TWIC and GPA credential) and be authorized entry at an established facility access control point prior to entering the terminal. Restricted marine terminal perimeters are fenced, illuminated during hours of darkness, and patrolled regularly. Terminals are actively monitored, 24/7/365, utilizing a combination of modern security technology applications and personnel assets.